Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Partially drain the transfer fluid. Refer to "TRANSFER FLUID ".
Remove the rear propeller shaft. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
Remove the dust cover from the rear case.
CAUTION: Do not damage the rear case.

Fig 1: Identifying Dust Cover
Remove the rear oil seal from the rear case using Tool.
Tool number : ST33290001 (J-34286)

CAUTION: Do not damage the rear case.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Oil Seal From Rear Case